On the first Thursday of August, join beer geeks, needs, and enthusiasts of all stripes to toast one of the most iconic of all craft beer styles: the India Pale Ale! Founded in 2011, IPA Day is a global event to celebrate craft beer where breweries, bars, and shops join in a collective “cheers” to their favorite beer, brand, or style of IPA. As a social media-based holiday, it gives everybody, everywhere an opportunity to celebrate their love for craft beer thru a celebration of its most popular style.

The Beers:

Safety Dance Pilsner: “There was some dancing, then a fall, and then a broken elbow… so we brewed a low-ABV beer, a pilsner. Everything about this german-style lager is crisp and clean. Its faint herbal aromas; its hint of sweetness; and its slight bitterness are sure to please traditional beer drinkers & seasoned craft lovers alike. Refreshing and smooth, Safety Dance keeps you dancing all night long.” 4.8% ABV, 26 IBU

Sommer Fling Hefeweizen: “Sommer Fling is as easy and satisfying as a summer love. Clove and bubblegum dominate the aroma of this traditional German-style hefeweizen, which boasts a hint of banana on the tongue. It pours cloudy with the pale golden tone of a setting sun. This effervescent brew, full of no-strings-attached deliciousness, will linger until the carefree summer turns to autumn.” 5% ABV, 11 IBU

Rule G IPA: “Rule G is the railroad industry’s policy against drinking on the job. With tracks running right into the brewery, we spite Rule G daily. Outrageously dry-hopped, this beer has a big hop nose and a dry clean finish that accentuates its citrus and grapefruit undertones. It is a bold beer that can stand up to bold flavors.” 7% ABV, 88 IBU

Notch 9 DIPA: “Notch 9 gets its unusual name from the 8 notch positions on a locomotive’s throttle, with each one delivering progressively more power. Notch 9 ratchets it even higher. It is a double IPA with a citrusy aroma from a crazy amount of dry hops. As it flows over your palate, you’ll sense grapefruit and pine. It washes down with a dry crisp finish. Incredibly smooth and straw in color, it delivers the goods on strength. Sip this beer alongside a plate of cured meats or bacon to boost the umami and saltiness of the dish. Pair it with a funky cheese like Stilton or sharp cheddar.” 9.1% ABV, 88 IBU